Baltimore Ravens NFL Draft Tracker: Every Pick, Trade, and Instant Grade

It. Is. Time.

The 2026 NFL Draft is finally here, and this year's installment is expected to be yet another exciting three days.

While general manager Eric DeCosta has never been afraid of making a trade or moving around the draft board, the Ravens once again are positioned to add a highly talented player to an already competitive roster.

In the opening round, the Ravens own the 14th overall selection, positioning them in a nice spot to pick up a good talent, while also watching what the teams in front of them end up doing.

This year's draft will begin at 8:00 p.m. EST on Thursday, April 23, from Acrisure Stadium and Point State Parkin Pittsburgh. The three-day draft continues with the second and third rounds on April 24, and fourth through seventh rounds occurring on April 25.

Follow along with this LIVE thread that will continue to update with the latest decisions that come from the Ravens' front office.

The Baltimore Ravens Select OG Evan Beerntsen (Day 3)

Grade: C+

Analysis: Unfortunately, the clock is ticking for Beerntsen, which is probably why he fell this far. At 26 years old, it is hard to imagine that he has much of a leash to perform. The Ravens will likely give him two to three years to pan out before deciding what to do with him.

He has experience as both a leader and a player competing in championship-level play, being a part of the back-to-back FCS national championship teams in 2022 and 2023.

He will have to polish up his game a bit, but with him being selected this late, it doesn't hurt for the Ravens to give him a chance.

"He has played some center, not a lot," General Manager Eric DeCosta said. "He's been playing college football for a long time. Physical, tough, gritty type of Big 10, Midwest offensive lineman. At that point in the draft, he was by far the highest-rated player for us, and he's got a good chance to help us at some point."

The Baltimore Ravens Select DT Rayshaun Benny (Day 3)

Grade: B-

Analysis: There aren't many negatives to having seventh-round picks, but very rarely do they end up making an impact on the rotation come their rookie season.

Benny, though, is pretty versatile.

He is pretty quick and athletic, all while possessing a 6'3", 205-pound frame. He has an opportunity to line up as an edge rusher and inside presence, giving the Ravens coaching staff a chance to mix him into the rotation a good bit.

The Baltimore Ravens Select P Ryan Eckley (Day 3)

Grade: A

Analysis: It is not every day that a team takes a special teamer in the draft, but the Ravens decided to add a punter to its loaded draft class in the sixth round.

While with Michigan State, Eckley showed a good mix of power and placement, being selected as a third-team All-American and Big Ten Punter of the Year last season. He led the FBS with a strong 48.5 yards per punt, which helped average him out to 47.6 yards for his career, the best mark in Big Ten history.

"[My strengths are] power, placement of different kicks, and then being able to play the game within the game, whether that's spirals or banana punts, or hooks – the different punts in the game that can really benefit us as a unit," Eckley said.

He is likely to make a strong case to be the starting punter next season.

The Baltimore Ravens Select RB Adam Randall (Day 3)

Grade: B-

Analysis: Randall was the last pick for the Ravens in the fifth round, securing an intriguing running back.

His athleticism sticks out as the biggest reason for why the Ravens likely drafted him, posting a 4.5-second 40-yard dash leading up to the draft.

While he didn't get much time on the gridiron until last year, he took advantage of the limited opportunities he was given. He posted over 1,000 all-purpose yards at Clemson, scoring 13 total touchdowns. He also may suit up as a kickoff returner for the Ravens, something he did as well in college.

This is yet again another low-risk, high-reward scenario for the Ravens if he can pan out into a dynamic weapon.

The Baltimore Ravens Select TE Josh Cuevas (Day 3)

Grade: B+

Analysis: It makes sense that the Ravens want to keep adding more tight ends after the loss of Isaiah Likely in free agency, but Cuevas doesn't really have that "it" factor offensively that Likely did.

He will play more of a blocking role for the team than anything, providing the Ravens with versatility to line up as a tight end or fullback if needed, both things that he did while with Alabama.

In all honesty, it's a good pick up for the Ravens, especially if he can eventually become a target down the field.

The Baltimore Ravens Select CB Chandler Rivers (Day 3)

Grade: B

Analysis: Rivers isn't the most flashy option for the Ravens, but picking up a defensive back on Day 3 rarely has many issues.

He was a second-team All-ACC selection last campaign, leading the Duke Blue Devils in pass break ups with eight on the year. He also hauled in two interceptions adn made 59 tackles, 3.5 for a loss.

He will likely serve as a depth piece for a pretty loaded defensive back room, but with how quickly teams need guys to shuffle in and out of the lineup makes it realistic that he sees the field a bit in his rookie season.

The Baltimore Ravens Select TE Matthew Hibner (Day 3)

Grade: A-

Analysis: The Ravens needed a tight end, and trading up to take Hibner shows that the Ravens like what he has to offer.

Over his last two campaigns at SMU, Hibner hauled in 55 catches for 804 yards and eight touchdowns. One of the best things about his game, though, is while he can catch and get down the field fast, he can also block really well.

At a strong 6'4", 250 pounds, Hibner is likely to cause many matchup challenges for opposing teams, making him a sure-fire target for the offense.

The Baltimore Ravens Select WR Elijah Sarratt (Day 3)

Grade: A

Analysis: After picking up Lane, the Ravens knew they still needed to add more weapons for Lamar Jackson.

Picking up Sarratt in the fourth round is a low-risk, high-reward scenario for Baltimore. He led the FBS in receiving touchdowns last year with 15, going for 830 yards in the process. While he did have the No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza throwing his way, a player like Jackson should be able to get the ball in his hands just as much if not more.

At 6'2", 210 pounds, Sarratt will be a nice boost to the size department for the Ravens offense.

The Baltimore Ravens Select WR Ja'Kobi Lane (Day 2)

Grade: A

Analysis: The Ravens were bound to grab an offensive target eventually.

Lane has incredible measurables for the position, with the largest hands and second-largest wingspan among players at the NFL Combine. The only concern teams had about him was his dropped balls.

He finished his college career with 1,363 yards and 18 touchdowns, averaging nearly 14 yards per reception, showcasing his ability to extend plays.

He will be a great addition to the Ravens' offense that is looking to take a step forward in 2026, especially with Lamar Jackson approaching 30 years old.

The Baltimore Ravens Select OLB Zion Young (Day 2)

Grade: A-

Analysis: The Ravens are looking to bolster the defensive line heading into the 2026 campaign, and at 6-foot-5, 262 pounds, his presence is going to be heavily impactful for the team.

He isn't just big, but also fast too. His ability to get around the edge and put pressure on opposing teams' quarterbacks is valuable.

He will pair nicely with Trey Hendrickson, whom the team picked up in free agency. If Hendrickson can take Young under his wing, they may be able to mold him into the Ravens' next star on the defensive line.

The Baltimore Ravens Select OL Olaivavega Ioane (Day 1, 9:23 p.m. EST)

Grade: A+

Analysis: The Ravens make a splash to beef up the offensive line, selecting Olaivavega Ioane out of Penn State.

This move comes following the loss of star center Tyler Linderbaum this offseason, who left for the Las Vegas Raiders. The tough part is that the Ravens needed to upgrade the line anyway, making the pick of Ioane incredibly important for the long-term success of the front five.

Ioane, standing at 6'4", 320 pounds, is a massive presence up front. In 2025, he earned second-team All-American honors by four separate outlets: The Athletics, FWAA, Sports Illustrated and the Walter Camp Foundation.

He can plug-and-play just about anywhere the Ravens need him to, thriving in both the run and pass game. Ioane didn't allow a single sack for Penn State the past two seasons.

What picks do the Ravens have in total for the 2026 NFL Draft?

Round 1 - No. 14 Overall
Round 2 - No. 45 Overall
Round 3 - No. 80 Overall
Round 4 - No. 115 Overall
Round 5 - No. 154 Overall
Round 5 - No. 162 Overall
Round 5 - No. 173 Overall
Round 5 - No. 174 Overall
Round 6 - No. 211 Overall
Round 7 - No. 250 Overall
Round 7 - No. 253 Overall

In total, the Ravens have 11 picks in this year's NFL Draft.

How to Watch this Year's Draft

The first round of the draft is set to be broadcast on local channel WMAR Ch. 2, ABC, ESPN, ESPN 2, ESPN Deportes and the NFL Network, giving viewers various ways to tune into the exciting night.

The first round, set for April 23, will begin at 8:00 p.m. EST.

What are the Ravens' Biggest Needs?

Heading into this year's draft, the Ravens aren't in need of too much.

There are four main position groups that stand out, though, with them being the interior offensive line, defensive line, tight end and wide receiver.

In the first round, players like Carnell Tate and Jordyn Tyson have snagged most of the headlines, but KC Concepcion, Denzel Boston or even Germie Bernard could all be good additions for the Ravens at wide receiver. Turning to tight end, the obvious selection for any team interested in bolstering that position is Eli Stowers. His time at Vanderbilt was special.

Moving to the line, Penn State's Vega Ioane and Utah's Spencer Fano could all be in the picture at No. 14. They would instantly get starting time next season.

Defensively, the Ravens will likely wait to make any additions there until the second or third round, especially with how quickly some of the top players are expected to go off the board.

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